Last Updated on May 17, 2020
6 Tell-Tale Signs You Have Strep Throat And How To Treat It
5. You have breathing and swallowing problems
With a pus-filled, inflamed, and painful throat, it is only natural that you will experience difficulty swallowing.
The throat pain usually comes on quickly in the case of a strep throat, in comparison to a sore throat from a mild cold or flu. The tenderness and tightness you may experience are also relatively more noticeable and may even cause you breathing problems.
It is important that you seek urgent medical attention if your breathing worsens.
